This report summarizes a 1985 study during which 85 special library/information center managers from Melbourne, Australia, were interviewed to ascertain their continuing professional development activities, needs, and aspirations. Major areas of investigation included the extent and nature of organizational support for continuing professional development; the formal continuing education activities and professional involvement of those interviewed; and participants' perceptions of their present and future needs for continuing professional development. The background of the study is discussed; related studies are summarized; and the methodology and data collection are detailed. Study results indicated that over 70% of the interviewees had participated in at least one workshop, conference, or seminar in the last 2 years; that organizations, not individuals, were the major providers of funds for continuing professional activities and the amounts spent were relatively low; and that the major constraints to such participation were lack of time and lack of suitable courses to attend. It is concluded that information technology and management skills are the major areas of need in continuing professional development, and that improvements must be made in meeting the needs for present and future professional development for information service professionals. The text is supplemented with 23 statistical tables, and references and a 33-item bibliography are provided. The interview schedule and cover letter are appended. (Author/KM)